activities · 4
what they do
direct service · 2
- Fundraising for charitable organizations Charity Sports & Recreation TournamentsRaises funds for non-profit organizations, such as raising $10,000 for UMOM New Day Centers through a golf tournament and $1,440 for St. Vincent de Paul through member donations.
- Hosting events and awards for real estate professionals Industry Awards & Expos ManagementOrganizes various events such as social gatherings, luncheons, golf tournaments, and trade shows, and recognizes property management professionals through awards like the IREM Greater Phoenix Trailblazer Award.
capacity building · 2
- Facilitating networking and job placement for real estate managersProvides a professional network for real estate managers and offers a free online platform for members to post real estate management job listings.
- Providing professional development and certification for real estate managers Real Estate Professional Certification & TrainingOffers classroom training, live webinars, on-demand courses, and professional certifications (CPM, ARM, ACoM, AMO) to nearly 20,000 real estate management professionals in commercial and residential sectors to support career advancement.
strategies · 5
how they think
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- Advancing the profession through recognition of impactful contributionsThe organization aims to advance the property management profession by recognizing individuals who pioneer new approaches in asset management, tenant engagement, sustainability, and technology, and those who contribute significantly to training, development, advocacy, and have made a measurable and lasting impact on the community and industry standards.
- Empowering professionals through resources, networking, and industry connections professional development through resources and networkingThe organization empowers real estate management professionals by providing tools, opening opportunities, building professional connections, and supporting career development through job listing services, social events, and luncheon forums addressing property management topics. It also connects members with pre-screened companies and vendors through an Industry Partner program.
- Enhancing member value and industry influence through strategic affiliations affiliation-based value enhancementThe organization leverages its affiliation with the National Association of REALTORS® to enhance member value and increase its influence within the industry.
- Professional development through practical education and certification practical-experiential-learningThe organization delivers property and asset management education grounded in practical, real-world business challenges, and offers professional certifications (Certified Property Manager, Accredited Residential Manager, Accredited Commercial Manager) to support long-term career success and early-career development for property and asset managers.
- Promoting ethical property management through enforced codes of conduct ethical_property_managementThe organization promotes ethical property management as a means to improve the lives of residents and tenants, and enforces this through requiring all individual members and accredited firms to abide by a strict Code of Professional Ethics, which is upheld through peer review and disciplinary actions.
named programs · 4
what they call their work
CPM Certification Program
Professional certification program for property managers that includes education, experience, and ethics requirements to earn the Certified Property Manager designation
Diversity & Inclusion Succession Initiative (DISI)
Leadership development program for underrepresented groups in real estate management, offering mentorship, education, and networking at the national level
Economic Forecast Event
Annual event co-sponsored with CCIM chapters providing market outlooks and industry trends for commercial real estate sectors
IREM ASM Track
In-person education track preparing students for the Accredited Manager of Residential Properties (ARM) designation, taught by industry professionals
relationships · 11
who they work with
- Arizona Country Club Partner — Host venue for the IREM Phoenix luncheon event.
- Greater Phoenix Chapter Partner — Companies support IREM through the Greater Phoenix Chapter.
- IREM Foundation Network — Offers scholarships to individuals pursuing certifications through IREM
- IREM Greater Phoenix Network — Local chapter providing membership and certification opportunities under the National Association of Realtors' Institute of Real Estate Management.
- IREM Job Board Network — National job board resource for real estate management professionals and employers, referenced for national job searches.
- MEB Management Services Partner — Collaborates with MEB for property management and industry leadership.
- National Association of REALTORS® Partner — IREM is an affiliate organization of the National Association of REALTORS®.
- Sons Electric Partner — Partnered for the IREM TAP and Sons Electric Golf Tournament.
- St. Vincent de Paul Partner — Collaborated with members to raise funds for their services.
- TAP and Sons Electric Partner — Co-organizer of the IREM TAP and Sons Electric Golf Tournament.
- UMOM New Day Centers Partner — Partnered to raise funds through a golf tournament.